Doctor please check my report I have attached below. Occult blood shows trace. What does trace mean. What could be the reason for it. Is it something serious or something to worry about? Please help doctor.

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Dr Bhanu Prakash

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Trace means very small amount; could be from minor causes like hemorrhoids, but needs evaluation if persistent. Not always serious.

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